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Microsoft plans to reduce Windows Phone price in the India

In light of Google’s Android One release, it would seem that Microsoft is outfitting to roll out improvements of its own to focus on the entry level section in the India. As per Economic Times, Microsoft will quit offering devices in the Asha range, and will present more less cost smartphones running the Windows Phone operating system.

The most competitive entry level Windows Phone devices is the recently dispatched Lumia 530, which is valued at Rs. 6,649 ($115) in the nation. Microsoft’s Chris Weber accepts that the costs could be brought down significantly further, which will be actualized throughout the next 12 to 18 months.

“We’re just beginning a refresh of the entire portfolio. We aim to push the price point of Windows phones significantly lower – we certainly see that happening on the Android ecosystem – without impacting quality and experience”

Microsoft’s methodology to add more customers enthusiasm toward India will be two-pronged: The maker will offer feature phones with internet connectivity under the “First” banding, and will focus on the entry level smartphone section by offering Windows Phone gadgets at a more reasonable cost. The First series of phones will run Symbian 30+ and will be accessible for under Rs. 2,400 ($40). Microsoft has likewise said that it will be looking to bring peculiarities and software that are ordinarily accessible in its top line smartphones to entry level budget devices.

What do you think about Microsoft’s turn to bring down the expense of entry section for Windows Phone in India? What territories does Microsoft need to deliver for it to succeed in this portion?